Portsmouth Fishing Reports

Your New Hampshire Fishing Experience

We are a team of experienced anglers that provides regular fishing reports, detailing the best fishing spots, the latest catches, and the techniques that are working best for landing the biggest fish. Our New Hampshire fishing reports cover a variety of locations, from the Piscataqua River in Portsmouth to the Great Bay and beyond. We keep a close eye on the weather and the tides, providing up-to-date information that will help you plan the perfect fishing trip. We provide tips on the best baits and lures to use, as well as the best times of day and tide stages to fish for each species.

We get these questions a lot. What fish are being caught in Portsmouth? Where is best for fishing in Portsmouth? Are the stripers running in Maine yet? Well, Regarding the fish that are being caught in Portsmouth, it can vary depending on the season and location. However, some common fish species that can be caught in the Portsmouth area include striped bass and mackerel. Some popular fishing spots in the area include the Piscataqua River, Great Bay, Hampton Harbor, and Rye Harbor. Lastly, typically the striped bass run in Maine begins in late May or early June and continues through the summer months. 

Our striped bass fishing season in New Hampshire typically runs from June 2nd to October 16th, with peak fishing occurring during the summer months. During the early season in June and July, striped bass can be found in the rivers and estuaries, where they spawn and feed on baitfish. This is a great time to use techniques like fly fishing, casting lures, and drifting live bait to target these fish. Check our website regularly for the latest updates and start planning your next New Hampshire fishing adventure today!